Clare Farm is an exciting 2.5 day course held at Clare Farm in Dullingham. The course was the first EWB-UK course and has always been hugely popular. The 2.5 days provides an excellent introduction to a number of areas of development through a series of practical exercises and theoretical sessions led by professionals from the development and relief fields.

Some of the practical sessions and activities at Clare Farm include:

• Simple surveying techniques - learning how to map out an area and measure the difference in ground heights using equipment that you can fit in your pocket!

• Water testing - using the portable Del Agua Kit, to test the microbiological content of water samples, turbidity testing, water chlorination and even how to clean water using the sun.

• Water pipeline design - learning how to correctly design a water piping system to transport water from a central source or collector.

• Mud brick construction - participants make their own mud bricks that are commonly used in the construction of shelter in the development field.

• Roof truss construction and joining techniques - a range of sessions looking at simple constructions methods where tools and materials may be limited.

• Shelter building - one of the highlights of the course, where participants all contribute to the construction of a timber frame and discuss various aspects of its design and use for use in development or as temporary shelter.

• Personal heath overseas - this session is held by the author of "bug's bites and bowels", Jane Wilson-Howarth who leads a workshop and discussion on how to look after yourself overseas and common health issues that are encountered.

Time and Date:
14:00 Friday 20th June - 16:00 (approx) Sunday 22nd June

Course Fee:
The cost of the course is subsidised by EWB-UK and will be £28 for students and £40 for professionals. This covers all food, tea& coffee etc for the weekend. Basic camping accommodation is also provided in a marquee on the grounds of Clare Farm. Hot showers are available.

To Apply:
Applications are open until midday on 31st May. To apply for a place, please fill out the form below and send a cheque for the correct amount made out to EWB-UK to:

EWB-UK Training (Clare Farm)
Engineers Without Borders UK
c/o The Humanitarian Centre
Fenners
Gresham Road
CB1 2ES

Please note that your application will not be considered until payment has been recieved. If we are unable to offer you a place on the course then your cheque will be destroyed. If you would like your cheque returned to you then please include a stamped, self addressed envelope.

You will be informed about the outcome of your application by June 6th at the latest.